noun

triathlon

triathlon

She is training for her first triathlon.

She is training for her first triathlon.

A triathlon includes swimming, cycling, and running.

A triathlon includes swimming, cycling, and running.

to compete in a triathlon She will compete in a triathlon next month.

Synonyms: multisport race

From Greek 'tri-' (three) + 'athlon' (contest). Literally 'three contests'.

Break it down: 'tri' = 3, 'athlon' = athletic event. Three athletic events in one race.

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